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symmetry
('s/I/m/I/tr/i/ )

noun (n)

  • (mathematics) an attribute of a shape or relation; exact reflection of form on opposite sides of a dividing line or plane(noun.attribute)
    source: wordnet30
  • balance among the parts of something(noun.shape)
    Synonym:
    proportion
    Antonym:
    disproportion
    source: wordnet30
  • (physics) the property of being isotropic; having the same value when measured in different directions(noun.attribute)
    Synonym:
    isotropy
    Antonym:
    anisotropy
    source: wordnet30
  • A due proportion of the several parts of a body to each other; adaptation of the form or dimensions of the several parts of a thing to each other; the union and conformity of the members of a work to the whole.(noun)
    source: webster1913
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